If your child is struggling in terms of academics, an undetected vision problem might be the underlying cause. The problem is children don’t usually let their parents know if they are having trouble seeing. So, how can you determine if your child needs glasses? The easiest and most efficient way of doing that is getting […]
Total Focus Optometry Raises Award-Winning Amount for Eye Charity
Total Focus Optometry received the DIAMOND AWARD for the 2016 World Sight Day Challenge! Thank you to our patient, staff and doctors who donated. We are proud to donate annually to Optometry Giving Sight! Please see the link below for more information and to donate. http://www.givingsight.org/ […]
Signs That You May Be Colorblind
Almost all people who are colorblind are able to see colors but have trouble differentiating between certain colors. Another interesting point to note is that not all colorblind people will have trouble with the same colors. A majority cannot distinguish between greens and reds in hazy light while others cannot separate yellows from blues; and […]
How UV Rays Affect Your Eyesight
Ultraviolet radiation, whether through natural or artificial sources, can seriously damage your eyes. While many people are aware of the notorious connection between UV radiation exposure and skin cancer, others are less aware of the hazardous effects of UV radiation on the health of the eyes. What Is UV Light? UV radiation is an element […]
The Glaucoma Checklist: Detecting the Condition in Time
Glaucoma is typically known as a singular eye condition that is more common among the elderly. It is a collection of diseases that shows itself in more than one ways. Although treatable, glaucoma can cause permanent damage to the optical nerve tissue, which can even result in blindness. While the effects of a damaged nerve […]
Do You Need Contact Lenses? How to Decide
If you find yourself squinting to make out the news running on the ticker, may be its time to consider coming to terms with the fact that your eyes need some visual aid. Long gone are the days when you had to bury your face in heavy glasses all day long. Contact lenses have changed […]
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using Contact Lenses
Contact lenses are great vision correction tools irrespective of your age, lifestyle and visual impairments. They make your life easy by allowing you to forgo glasses. They are easy to wear and safe to use visual aids that are aesthetically pleasing. If glasses feel overbearing to you, contact lenses are definitely the way to go. […]
Are Video Games Really Bad for Your Eyes?
Back in the good old days, children would spend their leisure time outdoors, playing games with friends and exploring the environment. However, times have changed, and a large number of people of all age groups would rather dedicate their time and energy to digital entertainment than have some quality time with family members and friends. […]
A Guide to Putting Drops in Your Eyes Correctly
If allergies hit you hard, you know the value of good eye drops. Nothing helps soothe red, dry, itch and runny eyes better than a couple of eye drops. Whether you are suffering from glaucoma, a pink eye or just plain dryness, eye drops do the trick every time. They offer a convenient way of […]
5 Tips for Reducing Screen Strain on Your Eyes
When it comes to staring we sure love our screens. They are everywhere and we cannot seem to dodge them even if we try our hardest. Our eyes are not happy about this constant staring and are vocal about it. They get red, tear up and start to itch and burn, after a couple of […]